Description of the Indicator
The migration indicator details how many individuals flow in and out of each county. It could also be reported based on citizenship by U.S. or foreign-born individuals, with both domestic and foreign-born categories for migration.
Why is it important?
Migration is important because it affects population trends. It informs planning, design, implementation, and evaluation of policies and the allocation of resources to generate economic and social benefits. Migration affects labor markets and employment rates, and it may bring new languages, cultures, and customs to the region.
How is the region performing?
From 2010 to 2020, Lackawanna and Luzerne Counties experienced net population losses of 4,755 and 73, respectively. In the years following 2020, however, both counties saw net population gains, with Lackawanna County gaining 859 people and Luzerne County gaining 2,494. Wayne County had the most significant net gain across all the reported years, with 3,791 new residents. The period from 2020 to 2021 yielded the most significant net gains in all three counties, marking a significant shift in population trends.